Functional Requirements of Building Enclosure to Keep Water Out
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What is the function of the building enclosure mentioned in the text?

  • To provide structural support to the building
  • To separate indoor and outdoor environments (correct)
  • To enhance natural lighting inside the building
  • To increase air circulation within the building

Which of the following is NOT an example part of the building enclosure mentioned in the text?

  • Roofs
  • Skylights
  • Windows
  • Interior walls (correct)

What is thermal conduction as described in the text?

  • Heat exchange between interior surfaces
  • Air transport of heat energy
  • Radiant heat exchange with exterior walls
  • Heat flow through solid materials (correct)

Why is insulation important in a building enclosure?

<p>To minimize heat flow through assemblies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does a well-insulated building enclosure contribute to occupant comfort?

<p>By minimizing heat exchange with exterior walls and ceilings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the most important functions of the building enclosure mentioned in the text?

<p>To prevent unwanted entry of rain, snow, ice, and groundwater (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is preventing water entry on exterior walls complicated?

<p>Wind can force water through small openings in any direction, even upward (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge can roofs face regarding water accumulation?

<p>Water accumulation can make imperfections in the roofing system vulnerable to water entry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why should the building enclosure be able to tolerate reasonable quantities of moisture?

<p>To avoid being completely free from water ingress forever (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What provisions should the building enclosure include according to the text?

<p>Allowing unwanted moisture to escape and assemblies to dry (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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